May weather forecast
Newport, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Newport, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.8°F (18.8°C) and max 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

As Newport transitions into May, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). During May, Newport sees a mean low-temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Newport is 76%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newport, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.6 days and collects up to 44.53" (1131mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of May in Newport, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Newport in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Newport, is 76.6°F (24.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Newport?

In Newport, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Newport?

In May, in Newport, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Newport?

April through December are months without snowfall in Newport, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in May?

In May, the average day length in Newport, North Carolina, is 14h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Newport?

On the first day of May in Newport, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Newport?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Newport?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Newport is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Newport, NC

Average temperature in May - Newport, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 65.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Newport, NC

Average pressure in May - Newport, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Newport, NC

Average wind speed in May - Newport, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Newport, NC

Average humidity in May - Newport, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Newport, NC

Average rainfall in May - Newport, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in May
Newport, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Newport, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Newport, NC

Average snowfall in May - Newport, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Newport, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Newport, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Newport, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newport, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Newport, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Newport, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Newport, NC

Average UV index in May - Newport, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Newport, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Newport, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Newport, NC

Average visibility in May - Newport, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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